On Thursday, April 23, Ridgewater’s combined choir of students from both Hutchinson and Willmar campuses will perform at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. The 7:00 pm performance is free and open to the public. This year’s theme is “All in the Family,” and will feature songs from childhood and family relationships.

Crow River Habitat for Humanity is hosting their Hammer and Nails fundraiser dinner on Friday, April 24th at the Days Inn, Hutchinson. 5:30 pm is social hour, dinner and entertainment at 6 pm. Tickets are $40 each, $5 for raffle tickets. Proceeds benefit the groups 2015 build.

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5:30 pm

Hammer and Nails Dinner

Apr

25

Sat

The Dassel Legion and DC Boy Scouts present Dad’s Belgian Waffles on Saturday, April 25th from 8-11a at the Dassel History Center. Serving all you can eat Waffles, Toppings Sausages, and beverages. Adults are $8, Children under 12 are $5

The Disabled American Veterans of Hutchinson is having an open house on Saturday, April 25th from 11a-3p at their new location, 177 3rd Ave NW. A light lunch and beverage is served. View their new place, meet some members, and learn about the DAV.

It’s a day for Annie’s Fight, benefiting Annie Wilner-Miller on April 25th from 3-8 pm at the Cosmos Legion. Silent Auction will be from 3-7 pm, Food Served from 5-7 pm, Shop at the bake sale, Live Auction at 7, then stick around for live music after the benefit. Proceeds benefit Annie’s medical expenses after being left paralyzed due to a broken vertebrae.

The Hutchinson Concert Association presents Link Union on Saturday, April 25th, 7 pm at Park Elementary in Hutchinson. This family group sings a variety of tunes from rock to country…gospel to mountain music. Cost is $20 at the door, memberships for the season are also available.

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7:00 pm

Link Union Concert

Apr

26

Sun

Faith Presbyterian Church of Silver Lake, will be holding their Polka Service featuring “Jim’s Brewers” on Sunday, April 26 at 10 am. Immediately following the service, there will be a picnic hosted by the Faith Preschool Committee in the church basement. Free will offering – all are welcome!!

St. John’s of Winsted is holding their Pork Chop Dinner on Sunday, April 26th from 11a-1p. Free Will Offering for Pork Chops, Hot Dogs, Cheesy Potatoes, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, andmore! Take outs available. The day starts with worship featuring Chuck Thiel and the Jolly Ramblers at 10 am.

The Polka Lovers Klub of America is holding their King and Queen Coronation Dance at the Pla Mor Ballroom in Glencoe on Sunday, April 26th from 1:30-5:30pm. All Club Members free with Membership Cards, non Members are $5.

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1:30 pm

Po L K of A Dance

Apr

28

Tue

The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in Howard Lake at St. James Lutheran School on Tuesday, April 28th from 1-6:45 pm. Appointments are preferred, walk ins welcome. For an appointment call Donna at 320-543-2444.

St. John’s Catholic Church of Hector is serving a pulled pork and german potato salad or Scalloped Potatoes Supper in the church hall on Wednesday, April 29th from 4:30-6:30p. Cost is $6 for adults, $1 for an extra sandwich, and $3 for ages 5-12. Proceeds support Religious education and youth ministry.

The 4th annual Evening of Bluegrass and Gospel Music will be Friday, May 1st at the DC Performing Arts Center at 7 pm Free will donation admission. Music from: The Froemming Family-Allen and Matt-The Flemming Fold-The Alzen Family-Navigating North-The Minkin Family-The Mahlstedt Family.

The Singing Friends Chorus will present two spring variety concerts: on Saturday, May 2nd at 2 pm at St. Mark Lutheran Church, New Germany. The 2nd on Sunday, May 3rd at 2 pm at Church of Peace in NYA. Admission is by freewill donation. There will be a light reception after each concert.

You are invited to a Kentucky Derby Day Fundraiser for Equul Access on Sunday, May 3rd at the Hutchinson Center for the Arts and Zellas Restaurant. The event runs from 12:30-3pm, lunch served at 1 pm. Wear your most outrageous Derby outfit, Derby Hat contest with prizes, Kids Jockey outfit Contest, Photo opportunities with horses and more! Tickets are $30 for age 13 and older, $15 for 12 and under. Contact Marsha at 320-296-3227 for Tickets. Proceeds benefit equine therapeutic activities for those with special needs.

The Brownton Fire Department is holding a Bike A Thon on Sunday, May 3rd from 1-4 pm, starting at the Brownton Lions Shelter. All K-6th grade students are encouraged to participate, and anyone can sponsor a biker. Prizes are given out, including a new bike to the person with the most pledges. Proceeds from the event will be used by the Fire Dept for new fire and rescue equipment.

Peace Lutheran Church of Watertown presents the program “Drawn to the Word” on Sunday, May 3rd at 7 pm. The program is presented by pastor and artist Paul Oman, who will give a program of singing and reading while he paints. Free will offering taken, coffee and dessert following the program.

You are invited to a national day of Prayer, Prayer Service from Noon-12:45 pm on Thursday, May 7th at Oak Heights Covenant Church of Hutchinson. The church building is also open from 8:30a-5p for prayer, with prayer guides available.